Funding Advice
London 21 advises community organisations to start by applying for small grants for sustainability projects.
Awards for All For projects that improve the quality of life or increase skill and creativity or extend access and participation. £500 to £10,000 020 7587 6600
Community Champions Up to £2,000 020 7713 9500
Big Lottery Fund Grants on transforming a local space, waste, energy and sustainable communities.
Community Chest Ask your local Council about Community Chest grants. They are available in Boroughs with sufficient deprivation to receive Neighbourhood Renewal funding.
Articles:
- Plan your fundraising
- Full Article: Funding Strategy for Sustainability
- Long-term funding needs
- Full Article: How sustainable is your funding?
Other Sources of Information:
Directory of Social Change Guides on Youth, Arts, Sports and Environmental Funding 020 7209 5151
London Voluntary Service Council 020 7700 8107 Search advice and tips sheet on fundraising. Your local Council for Voluntary Service, 020 7700 8104
Funderfinder A database of funding sources. Useable free at LVSC and volunteer bureaux.
More useful links www.grantsonline.org.uk www.access-funds.co.uk
www.cafonline.org.uk
www.groundwork.org.uk